doTERRA Geranium Essential Oil

Description

doTERRA Geranium Essential Oil can help with healthy skin, hair and hormones

As an essential oil, doTERRA Geranium has been used to promote the appearance of clear skin and healthy hair—making it ideal for skin and hair care products. It also helps calm nerves and lessen feelings of stress. Geranium essential oil is also known to naturally repel insects.

A member of the Pelargonium genus of flower species, geraniums are grown for their beauty and as a staple of the perfume industry. While there are over 200 different varieties of Pelargonium flowers, only a few are used as essential oils.

Uses of Geranium essential oil date back to ancient Egypt when Egyptians used Geranium oil to beautify skin and for other benefits.

In the Victorian era, fresh geranium leaves were placed at formal dining tables as decorative pieces and to be consumed as a fresh sprig if desired; in fact, the edible leaves and flowers of the plant are often used in desserts, cakes, jellies, and teas.

Geranium Essential Oil Primary Benefits

• Promotes the appearance of clear, healthy skin
• Naturally repels insects
• Gives hair a vibrant, healthy glow
• Support balanced hormones in women

Uses for Geranium essential oil

• Use in an aromatherapy steam facial to beautify skin.
• Add a drop to your moisturizer for a smoothing effect.
• Geranium is great for both dry and oily hair. Apply a few drops to your shampoo or conditioner bottle, or make your own deep hair conditioner.
• Diffuse aromatically for a calming effect.

Directions for How to  Use Geranium Essential Oil

Diffusion: Use three to four drops in the diffuser of your choice.
Internal use: Dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid.
Topical use: Apply one to two drops to desired area. Dilute with doTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil to minimize any skin sensitivity.

Aromatic Description

Herbaceous, green, floral, sweet, dry

Collection Method

Steam Distillation

Plant Part

Flower/Leaf

Main Constituents

Citronellol, citronellyl formate, geraniol

Cautions

Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.